Greenwood Athlete Ty Johnson Signs with Erskine College

Johnson prepares to take the next step in her basketball career.

Mar. 20, 2026 at 7:37am

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Ty Johnson, a high school athlete from Greenwood, South Carolina, signed to play basketball at Erskine College. The signing day was filled with nerves, faith, and excitement as Johnson embarked on the next chapter of her athletic journey.

Why it matters

Signing day is an important milestone for high school athletes, marking the transition from their local community to the next level of competition at the college level. Johnson's story represents the hard work and dedication required to reach this point, as well as the support of her faith and family.

The details

On signing day, Johnson expressed a mix of nerves and excitement as she prepared to join the Erskine College basketball program. The decision to attend Erskine was driven by Johnson's strong religious faith as well as the opportunity to continue playing the sport she loves at the collegiate level.

  • Ty Johnson signed her National Letter of Intent on March 20, 2026.

The players

Ty Johnson

A high school athlete from Greenwood, South Carolina who signed to play basketball at Erskine College.

Erskine College

A private liberal arts college located in Due West, South Carolina, where Ty Johnson will continue her basketball career.

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What they’re saying

“Signing day was filled with nerves, but also a lot of faith and excitement for what's to come.”

— Ty Johnson

What’s next

Johnson will begin classes and training with the Erskine College basketball team in the fall of 2026.

The takeaway

Ty Johnson's story is a testament to the hard work and dedication required to reach the college athletic level, as well as the important role that faith and family can play in supporting young athletes as they take the next step in their careers.